Practice & Industry Groups

Labor & Employment

World Law Group's Labor & Employment Practice Group is made up of member firm lawyers working in these and related fields around the globe. They meet regularly both virtually and at industry conferences to exchange information about emerging HR issues, challenges and global solutions for multinational clients. The group also works on comparative law projects and resources, and organizes podcasts and other informative events for member firm lawyers and their clients.

Understanding the major and minor differences in legislation and regulations governing labor relations, executive compensation, recruiting, employment, training and development, employee relocations and human rights, and immigration, among others, is essential for multinational companies. Having a local guide with first-hand knowledge of the cultural differences from country to country can have a major impact on successful human resources management and your organization's ability to comply with local laws.

Our members have collaborated on cross-border mergers and acquisitions to assist clients on specific human resources law challenges, including multi-country workforce reductions, advising on the formation of multinational profit-sharing plans, and various compliance training programs.

This group is targeted toward member firm lawyers who assist clients with labor, employment, pensions and benefits, and immigration matters both domestic and cross-border.

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WLG Content

October 8, 2025

At the recent WLG | regional conference in New York, members from across the Americas region learned how rapidly shifting immigration policies are shaping business decisions and what companies can do to stay ahead.
Thought Leadership
October 6, 2025

At the September virtual meeting of WLG's Labor & Employment Group, members compared how harassment and workplace well-being are regulated and managed around the world. The discussion highlighted both country-specific frameworks and common challenges that employers and firms face globally.
January 29, 2025

WLG's Labor & Employment Group held its first meeting of 2025 on January 21. Participants  discussed key 2025 trends, collaboration opportunities, and the L&E conferences taking place this...

Member Firm Uploads

Legal Updates Israel
January 19, 2026

Medical cannabis use in the Israeli workplace presents growing compliance and safety challenges, requiring employers to balance employee rights, privacy, and operational risk.
Legal Updates Israel
January 15, 2026

Israel Tax Authority removes the requirement to obtain tax rulings for certain employee equity plans, replacing it with a streamlined notice-based procedure.
Member Firm News Ukraine
January 9, 2026

Sayenko Kharenko has secured representation on nine out of twenty-two committees within the Ukrainian Bar Association (UBA) for the 2026-2027 term — the second-highest number among Ukrainian law firms
Legal Updates Israel
January 5, 2026

Key Israeli labour law developments in 2025, including major rulings and regulatory changes, with practical guidance for employers preparing for heightened enforcement in 2026.
Legal Updates USA - Illinois
January 5, 2026

2025--a year of contrasts and crackdowns in U.S. noncompete agreements. Federal noncompete efforts slowed but some states increased protections for health care workers and low-wage employees.